New Jersey extended its blood shortage emergency for another two weeks after severe winter weather brought life-saving donations to a halt, and the American Red Cross is offering $20 gift …

When Jeannine Urban went in for a checkup in November, she had her doctor's full attention. Instead of typing on her computer keyboard during the exam, Urban's primary care physician …

Becoming a grandparent is often a joyful and momentous occasion, and new research shows that caring for grandchildren helps fend off cognitive decline. Grandparents who helped take care of their …

As part of its effort to prevent and treat HIV, Philadelphia has launched a new online tool to connect people with a range of sexual health and community resources. "When …

Interventional cardiology has revolutionized the approach to cardiovascular diseases, particularly in the management of acute coronary syndromes, such as ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction (STEMI). This specialized field combines advanced imaging techniques …

Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a common yet often overlooked cardiovascular condition that affects millions worldwide. Characterized by narrowed arteries that reduce blood flow to the limbs—typically due to atherosclerosis …

Polar vortexes, bomb cyclones, blizzards. Philly has them all. To help combat cabin fever and the cold, I surveyed my colleagues about their favorite winter soup recipes. Here are three …

Being a night owl has its advantages – like having the energy to do more activities after school or work, or staying awake for late-night TV. But going to bed …

If television commercials and sales volume are any indication that people are worried about their brain health, then the answer is an unequivocal yes. It seems like you can't watch …

"Super agers" — people 80 and older whose memories function as if they were decades younger — tend to stay physically active and have active social networks. That's true even …